Grief Therapists in Southwest Calgary, Calgary, AB
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Erin de Denus Psychology Services Ltd
Psychologist, R Psyc
Verified
Verified
Evening appointments available!! I believe in the resiliency of the human spirit. I have been in the mental health field for 20 years working at group homes, treatment residential centres, secure services, psychiatric wards, and on the streets of Calgary and Edmonton. When the floods hit in 2013 I was deployed to High River to support the residents dealing with trauma and
grief
and
loss
. Since then I have opened my own practice and welcome every individuals in. I work with adolescents and adults on a range of issues. I believe in the holistic nature of people. I am a First Nations service provider and a Veterans Affairs Provider.
Not accepting new clients
Trina (Frank) Pypers
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified
Verified
Providing online sessions so that you can stay in the comfort of your home Monday - Thursday at 5pm or 6:15pm. Sitting with you as you experience the desire for a child, the
loss
of a child, the difficulties and mental toll of pregnancy and the postpartum years, as well as the trauma that can come from a birth experience. You may be struggling with crying all the time, an inner rage that seems uncontrollable, thoughts that are scary, constant worry, a
loss
of a sense of who you are, longing or an inner ache, and flashbacks or difficult memories. The feeling of tiredness and uncertainty if this will get better are becoming too much.
Waitlist for new clients
Christine Knight
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
In my experience, most people are much more courageous and resilient than they give themselves credit for. As such, in both my assessment and therapy work, I focus on an individual’s strengths to help them develop skills and find resources for tackling whatever they are struggling with. Do you need help managing your stress and worry about the current state of the world? Are you dealing with
grief
,
loss
, or unresolved trauma? Do you have symptoms such as depressed mood, fatigue, tension, insomnia or sleep, pain, panic attacks or unhealthy behaviours such as avoidance, anger, or substance misuse? I can help.
Allison McDiarmid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, DVATI
Verified
Verified
Parenting can be challenging and tough sometimes and may leave you feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck. During these difficult times, children (and their caregivers!) sometimes need a little extra support to work through the challenges. I am here to walk alongside you, to offer a space for rest, reflection, exploration and to nourish your inner light – your luminescence! I am a Family Counsellor & Art Therapist with over 15 years specializing in therapy for children, teens and families who are navigating
grief
and
loss
as well as parents/caregivers to child with special health, developmental and mental health care needs.
Laura Kalbfleisch
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Hello, I'm a Registered Psychologist in Calgary who has experience providing individual and group therapy. One of my therapeutic interests is working adults and young adults dealing with issues of
grief
and
loss
, including
loss
of a loved one and pet
loss
. I am also passionate about working with clients managing trauma, insomnia/sleep issues, depression, and anxiety. I am trained in Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) for PTSD, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and am a certified
Grief
Recovery Method® (GRM) specialist.
Meg Lindemulder
Counsellor, MC, BEd, CCC
Verified
Verified
I have additional training in providing support for those dealing with religious trauma,
grief
&
loss
, and ADHD.
Life can be a beautiful mess and a heartbreaking gift, often at the same time. My aim is to provide the connection and support you need to navigate the challenges you are currently facing. I will remind you of your innate strengths and values and encourage you to listen to and trust yourself. I will seek to help you recognize the patterns of thinking and behaviour that might be holding you back, as well as invite you to consider how various influences in your life impact your functioning. I believe the body-mind connection is essential for health and wellbeing and I will work to help you strengthen that bond within yourself.
Kate Hollowell Sheldon
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have specialized training and expertise in:
grief
and
loss
, trauma, burnout, anxiety, stress management, life transitions, and psychedelic assisted therapy.
Congratulations, reaching out for support or considering it is the first step to healing and resolution! Perhaps you are experiencing a sense of
grief
,
loss
, or burnout leaving you feeling stuck and unsure about what the future holds? Perhaps you are feeling adrift and need someone to talk to as you figure out what to do next? Sometimes we find our past experiences interfere with the present and all of us face challenges that require extra support. Counselling can help you gain a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the changes you wish to implement to achieve further growth.
Abbey Pinder
Psychologist, MA, R Psych
Verified
Verified
Are you going through or have you recently gone through a significant life transition or
loss
? Are you noticing you are not quite handling things the way you used to or are feeling as if you are living in survival mode? I have dedicated my career to supporting folks in making meaningful change in their life. I specialize in helping folks recover from
Grief
and
Loss
, and I do not just mean
loss
from losing a love one. I can help folks experiencing all sorts of
loss
ranging from the
loss
of a career, a friendship, an intimate relationship, a pet, etc.
Craft Psychology, Chelsey Morton
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified
Verified
With over ten years of experience in being interested in all things troubling, not limited to anxiety, depression,
grief
, relational struggle and belonging.
Problems can be pretty tricky, they can stump us, limit possibilities and lead us to reconsider the very things that are important in life. I am interested in creating a conversations that welcome both the difficult experience you are up against, like an anxiety or depression or tricky relationship, alongside a commitment to uncovering the responses you have used to get by, and in some cases survive, despite difficult problems. We all have the right to our own experiences and to feel legitimate no matter how big or small, permanent or temporary a problem may be. I take a narrative approach to therapeutic conversation.
Made in Thought Counselling Services
Psychologist, MA, RPsych, CCC
Verified
Verified
To give healing a chance, cleaning a wound may sting. Have you experienced this? Reaching out for support and connection can be an investment in your well-being. If you're struggling with
grief
and
loss
, pregnancy and infant
loss
, chronic illness, anxiety, sleep difficulties, or other challenges, I’m here to help. By connecting with me, you’ll have access to personalized check-in sessions to promote healthy change. Prioritizing your mental health is crucial for overall well-being, and together, we can work towards identifying what activities or interventions fit with your goals.
Kate Koei - Renewed Self Counselling Services
Counsellor, MA, MACP, CCC, ACTA
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you carrying pain from a difficult past or recent event? Perhaps from the
loss
of a loved one or a complicated relationship? Even
loss
from a life-changing situation? Are you a victim of domestic abuse? Are you looking to repair a challenging relationship or healing from one? You are not alone. Let me help you! I commend you for taking the first step towards healing. I have worked with a broad range of issues including cultural adjustment challenges, domestic violence,
grief
&
loss
, relationship challenges including survivors of abusive relationships, parent-child relationship challenges, and trauma.
Waitlist for new clients
Anusha Kassan
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Not current taking on new clients... Hello! Thank you for perusing my profile. I am a registered psychologist with close to 20 years of clinical experience. I am dedicated to supporting people through difficult times and circumstances. I have an open, non-judgemental demeanour and pride myself in my understanding of and passion for diversity. My areas of clinical expertise include anxiety, depression,
grief
, mindfulness, relationship difficulties, identity challenges, career orientation, work-related stress, and anger management, to name but a few examples.
Monique Jamin
Psychologist, BA, MA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
A more recent area of specialization is utilizing attachment and somatic based therapies to assist people through trauma,
loss
and/or the effects of accumulated stress.
I continue to be intrigued by the human spirit as it looks for answers that will bring healing to relationships, big life decisions, inner struggles and general well-being. With over 30 years of working with people and 26 years as a Registered Psychologist, I enjoy collaborating with individuals, families, teams and communities to deepen their stories, strengthen existing resources, discover new ways to provide resource and to make changes that are sturdy and forward moving.
Katrina Shaw
Psychologist, RPsych
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with a variety of client challenges, including relationship challenges (e.g. family conflict, polyamory/open, infidelity, sexuality, attachment patterns), anxiety, depression, identity concerns, life purpose, and transition. I have specialized experience in suicide
bereavement
, and my predominant areas of practice include
grief
, attachment, and trauma. My training in somatic attachment is rooted in rewiring the patterning of our interpersonal relationships, which directly impacts how we emotionally process and behave within these relationships.
Maria Tsoukalas
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I'm a Registered Psychologist offering individual therapy for issues including anxiety, sleep/insomnia,
grief
/
loss
, stress, and relationship difficulties. I'm also passionate about working with individuals in the LGBTQ2S+ community. I believe therapy is a collaborative relationship where your input is critical to success. Together, we'll decide what goals to work on and how to get there. I offer a free, 15-minute consultation to help you decide whether we'd be a good fit and to answer any of your questions.
Linda Morrell
Psychologist, MC
Verified
Verified
People are often at a point in life where they realize that change needs to occur in order to promote psychological well being. I work with clients to identify their unique skills and facilitate change at their own pace. I offer services to children, teens, adults, and the elderly.
The statement that drives my life view is: "Life is colourful and constantly changing." Nature appears to attest to this philosophy as well with the four seasons of colors and changes. With every season, life (and
death
) ebbs and flows, always towards what is to come...whatever that may be.
Rhonda Kent
Psychologist, MA, R Psych, RSW
Verified
4 Endorsed
Verified
4 Endorsed
I am a Registered Psychologist with over 25 years experience. I work effectively with children, adolescents and adults. I have worked extensively in the areas of trauma,
grief
and
loss
, separation/divorce, anxiety/depression, suicide intervention, suicide
bereavement
, parenting issues and domestic violence. I utilize art and play therapy interventions while working with children and teens. I focus on hope and teaching positive coping skills. I am trained in EMDR and ART and am skilled in working with complex trauma and PTSD. I believe we all have the capacity to overcome any challenge.
Pure Living Counselling Karen Yakimchuk
Counsellor, MC, CCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My areas of specialization include, Life Transitions,
Grief
&
Loss
, Anxiety & Stress Management, Relationship Matters and Self-discovery.
Are you facing a challenge that has turned your life upside down? Do you feel stuck and torn as you contemplate a life decision? Or perhaps you are living with self-doubt, excessive worries and feel unsatisfied with life in general. If you are discouraged, have lost your direction, or struggle to envision a life outside of your pain; change is possible. Explore how you can make meaningful changes that align with your authentic self. Discover strength-based strategies that move you towards fulfillment and healing.
Meg Hasek-Watt
Psychologist, RPsych, MC, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Offering daytime and evening appointments in downtown Calgary or Virtually through telehealth and online methods. The focus of my practice includes: Anxiety, Trauma (including PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other Trauma-related conditions),
Bereavement
,
Grief
&
Loss
, Phobias, Sex & Sexuality, Chronic Pain & Chronic Illness, & coping with life stressors, stages of change, & identity transitions e.g. illness onset, retirement, new marriage, divorce, career changes/job
loss
, sexuality & ever important, coping and COVID-19. I am also offering Assessment Services (e.g. Psychoeducational, Mental Health, Personality, ADHD).
Cindy J. Lang
RSW, Coach
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an insightful and empathetic coach, workshop leader and co-facilitator with over a decade of experience in
grief
& life transitions support.
Navigating any sudden change in your life can heighten your emotions. Are you experiencing higher normal levels of.......frustration, stress, sadness, fear and feelings of
loss
& uncertainty? Our lives have been profoundly changed by the impact of the ongoing global health crises. I know you may be concerned for yourself, for your loved ones and for your community. You may be suffering right now and are afraid.
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Grief Counsellors
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.